ARCHANA SOLANKI
Scarborough,Canada
Summary
I am a skilled professional with extensive experience in quality control, food microbiology, and dairy science. At Vijay Dairy, I ensured product quality through rigorous testing, inspections, and corrective actions. My expertise includes qualitative and quantitative analysis, GMP compliance, and HACCP planning. Previously, I developed probiotic dairy products and researched lactic acid bacteria as a Microbiologist at SMC College of Dairy Science. I also monitored production processes and validated testing methods as a Quality Assurance Technician at NDDB. With strong skills in calibration, environmental monitoring, laboratory testing, and statistical process control, I am passionate about ensuring quality, safety, and innovation in food production.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Microbiologist, Dairy Microbiology Department
SMC College of Dairy Science
Anand, India
11.2020 - 08.2022
- Experience in isolation and identification of Lactic Acid bacteria from food samples
- Characterization of Lactic Acid bacteria through microscopic and biochemical approaches
- Submission of newly isolated bacteria in NCVTCC (National Centre for the Veterinary Type Culture) at the National level repository
- Worked on dairy starter cultures, their propagation, and preservation, and conducted new product development using probiotic cultures such as Probiotic Fermented Alcoholic Whey Beverages
- Completed work on the Evaluation of the anticancer effect of lactic acid cultures
- During this tenure, I acquired expertise in handling laboratory equipment viz
- Microscope, UV-VIS spectrophotometer, Freeze Dryer, Sonicator, PH meter, etc
- Prepared scientific reports related to the work carried out and contributed to the development of new methods in the production, preservation, and utilization of milk and other dairy products by applying principles of bacteriology, chemistry, physics, engineering, and economics
Quality Controller
Vijay Dairy
, India
08.2020 - 11.2020
- Performed routine lab tests such as moisture content, and sugar content, and conducted sensory evaluation of Dairy products
- Inspected raw materials, packaging materials, and finished products to verify quality and disposed of items that did not meet safety requirements
- Completed supporting documentation for testing procedures, data capture forms, equipment logbooks, and inventory forms
- Interpreted test results by comparing them to established specifications and control limits, making recommendations on the appropriateness of data for release
- Monitored testing procedures and verified the performance of tests according to established item specifications and protocols.
- Performed routine maintenance and calibration on testing equipment
- Qualitative analysis of dairy products such as milk, curd, butter, and so on
- Apply principles of bacteriology, chemistry, physics, engineering, and economics to develop new and improved methods in the production, preservation, and utilization of milk and other dairy products
- Conduct experiments in such problems as preventing a bacterial increase in milk during handling processing, and improving pasteurization methods
- Preparation of Design of the packaging materials
- Find out new analytical methods to maintain hygiene
- Completed recordkeeping, filing, and data entry duties
- Determined the root cause of deviations and non-conforming results and implemented appropriate corrective and preventive actions throughout product development
Quality Assurance Technician
National Dairy Development Board (NDDB)
, India
06.2019 - 07.2020
- Regularly checked raw materials, online products, final products, and packaging materials for better quality products and excellent consumer satisfaction
- Worked within applicable standards, policies, and regulatory guidelines to promote a safe working environment
- Monitored performance and generated reports detailing the quality of products and defect rates
- Validated new quality testing methods and created SOPs
- Performed visual inspections and non-destructive tests where appropriate
- Reported repeated issues to supervisors and other departments, collaborating to identify issue roots and rectify problems
- Completed precise measurements using special tools
- Monitored production processes to gain an understanding of problematic steps and rectify issues
- Evaluated components and final products against quality standards and manufacturing specifications
- Analysis of various milk and milk products, oil and fats, water-soluble vitamin B complex
- Preparing reports and filling in other paperwork
SALE ASSOCIATE
ZARA
10.2022 - Current
- Greeted customers, helped locate merchandise, and suggested suitable options
- Received shipments of new merchandise and ensured that the store's inventory was organized and easily accessible for the sales floor team
- Tagged and labeled items, and kept track of inventory levels to ensure that the store had sufficient stock
- Assisted customers with their purchases and provided exceptional customer service when needed
- Developed strong organizational skills and a keen attention to detail through my time at Zara
- Worked collaboratively with the sales floor team to ensure that the store was well-stocked and that customers had a positive shopping experience
- Maintained a clean and organized stockroom to ensure that merchandise was easily accessible and that the store's inventory was accurate
- Demonstrated a strong work ethic and a willingness to learn new skills, such as using inventory management software and operating a pallet jack
- Contributed to the overall success of the store by taking on additional responsibilities as needed
Education
Advanced Diploma - Food Science Technology
Centennial College
Scarborough, ON12-2024
Bachelor of Engineering - Food Processing Technology
A.D. Patel Institute of Technology
Anand, India04.2019
Skills
- Calibration techniques
- Sampling techniques
- Food microbiology
- Environmental monitoring
- Chemical handling
- Statistical process control
- GMP compliance
- Quality control analysis
- Incident investigation
- HACCP planning
- Laboratory testing
- Auditing techniques
- Shelf life studies
- Sensory evaluation
- Product inspection
- Corrective action implementation
- Sanitation procedures
- Computer literacy and technical skills
- Team leading skills
- Written communication and documentation skill
- Problem and Root cause analysis
Certification
- Awarded with HACCP training program which has been accredited by the International HACCP Alliance from Centennial College while pursuing Food Safety Management System. (April 2024)
Timeline
SALE ASSOCIATE
ZARA
10.2022 - Current
Microbiologist, Dairy Microbiology Department
SMC College of Dairy Science
11.2020 - 08.2022
Quality Controller
Vijay Dairy
08.2020 - 11.2020
Quality Assurance Technician
National Dairy Development Board (NDDB)
06.2019 - 07.2020
Advanced Diploma - Food Science Technology
Centennial College
Bachelor of Engineering - Food Processing Technology
A.D. Patel Institute of Technology
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